Savor Southern majesty with a classic New Orleans plantation tour and round trip transportation to and from guest's hotel. Step back in time to Laura Plantation on a half-day adventure into the history and mystery of the Great River Road. Home to some of the most significant and picturesque real estate in America, this plantation experience is sure to amaze, enlighten, and inspire as history comes alive.

Activity Highlights

5.5 hour day trip to Laura Plantation: A Creole Heritage Site

Admire architecture, explore the American sugar trade, and visit old slave quarters

Roundtrip transportation to and from guest's hotel's front doorstep

Duration: 5.5 Hrs.

What's Included

Admission & tours

Roundtrip transportation

Restrictions

Due to the historic nature of these homes access to 2nd floor living quarters is by stairs only

Outside food and beverages are prohibited

The tour van is not handicapped accessible

Additional information

Dress appropriately for the weather as tours depart rain or shine

Grounds may be wet from recent rains

Pickup transportation is only available at downtown hotels, private residences, and short-term rentals (like Airbnb or VRBO) located in the French Quarter, Central Business District, and Garden District.

There is a gift shop located on-site.

Cancellation policy

Customer must cancel 24 hours prior to the trip time in order to receive a full refund minus a $5 fee. Cancellations received less than 24 hours prior to trip time will not be eligible for a refund. Guests may reschedule tickets (subject to availability) only if guests do so at least 24 hours in advance. No shows will not be refunded.

Laura Plantation Tour with Transportation from New Orleans Hotels

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Verified Traveler Reviews

Worthwhile visit

about 3 months ago

The tour focused on the plantation owner and family history with some discussion of the plantation worker history. The pictorial exhibit at the back of the visitor center is recommended as it provides a history of the slave trade

Jeffrey P

Great tour!

about 1 year ago

Great tour. We have been on several plantation tours and this was the best. Our bus driver was very informative and friendly

Jeff M

Totally recommend

about 1 year ago

Tour was great. I’m happy we were able to inside the residence. The tour guide was very enthusiastic and informative.

Morgan B

Wonderful tour

about 1 year ago

Tour was very informative, fast-paced, and interesting. We would definitely recommend